Peer Reviewed: Effect of Variable Energy Served on 24-Hour Energy Intake in 16 Preschools Chicago Illinois 2007

摘要

IntroductionThe effect of varying portion size in a natural environment on the self-regulation of 24-hour energy intake has not been evaluated. We studied students at 16 preschools in Chicago to determine the effect of meals with variable energy and macronutrients on the amount consumed over a 24-hour period (ie, at preschool and outside of preschool).